On behalf of the entire GIS Day Committee, I would like to thank our sponsors for their participation in GIS Day Savannah 2009. Without their support, this event would not be possible.
More than 150 local 8th grade students, from both private and public schools, attended GIS Day in 2009. The event allowed them to meet more than 30 regional professionals and learn how they use GIS in their specific industries, universities, and government agencies. In addition, the GIS committee led three 30-minute workshops to introduce students to GIS technology in hands-on activities.
Through sponsorships, GIS Day Savannah 2009 raised $6500 to use for future GIS education in Chatham County. The funds will be used for teacher workshops, developing GIS curriculum, and implementing a GIS lab in the Savannah Chatham Public School System.
Again, we thank our sponsors for their support and participation. We hope you will join us again in 2010, stay tuned for details as we begin the planning process this year!
